As someone who loves a solid workout routine, finding the perfect post-gym recovery spot is…read moreeverything--and Perspire Sauna Studio in Berkeley completely delivered today. The studio is pristine, welcoming, and set up for total relaxation. I booked an infrared sauna session and added on the HaloOne halotherapy (salt) treatment, and it was pure bliss. The infrared and red light setup is fantastic. Because it uses light wavelengths to heat your body directly rather than just making the room stiflingly hot, it gave me a true, heavy, from-the-inside-out thermal sweat. It felt incredibly detoxifying and did wonders for my tight muscles after hitting the gym. The absolute highlight was the halo treatment. The specialized unit mounted on the wall releases a smooth, calming stream of micro-salt particles that fills the booth. Breathing it in felt so refreshing for my lungs, and the visual of the steam filling the space added a whole new level of zen. Sitting there with a fresh cooling towel, absorbing the red light therapy, and letting the halo stream do its magic was the ultimate luxury. I left feeling completely rejuvenated, light, and relaxed. If you are looking for top-tier recovery or just a private, peaceful escape to sweat it out, this place is a must-visit in Berkeley. Excellent facilities and an amazing experience!

Love this place! I purchased the unlimited and my fiancé has the 8x monthly. He's a trucker so it's…read moreharder for him to come in. It's only been about a month and I'm hooked. The staff is always so sweet, the place is always so clean. I just LOVE this place!!!

Cleaner than I thought it would be! And each room seems to come w a quite large hot tub, bed,…read moreshower, sauna which I found convenient. Towels and a soap dispenser at the shower were also provided already in the room to our surprise. Fun disco-like lights too, just dark so watch your step and don't forget your belongings! Also, the hot tub doesn't come filled, not the sauna hot. Both take time and could eat into your reservation time, so recommend turning those on right away upon your initial entry. They also don't mention online that this place is completely automated! There is no one at the door. Only an automated message or instructions overhead, cameras, a check-in kiosk, and cameras. However, the calling or texting the number provided on the window, they are very responsive.

This place is horrible; no water comes out of the tap, and the customer service is disgusting. The…read moreold guy who helped us is discriminatory. I would never go back to that place--it stinks; they just rip people off.

I have been here three times, and each visit was fantastic. The most recent service I received was…read morea couple's massage with my girlfriend. I was fortunate to have Bob as my masseuse. I typically request very hard pressure. Unfortunately, most masseuses will understandably tire out before 30 minutes and then they coast through the rest of the session. Not Bob - this man kept that very hard pressure I so desperately sought throughout the session and he put all of his energy into my treatment. He was communicative and ensured I was comfortable the entire hour. Honestly? It was one of the best massages I've ever had. Bob, if you're reading this, I sincerely thank you for caring for me today, and I look forward to seeing you sometime soon!

Booked a 90 min package B for 9:30am over the phone the night before. Came 30 mins early to soak…read morebefore the service. Sunny came and got me promptly at 9:30 and she did a great job with the pressure and massage. I didn't expect much for the massage but she was great. Had great pressure and she tried to work out my knot in my shoulder. Will definitely come back. Great little spot for the east bay. They take payment upon check in and there is a 4% fee for cards. There is a parking lot behind the building. Locker area was clean staff was friendly.

I love Piedmont Springs. I started going to see Milena before and after my back surgery…read more She has made such a difference in my healing and I look forward to our sessions together. She asks questions and listens to the changes I describe in my body and makes adjustments to help me feel my best. The front staff is also very welcoming and supportive. I am so lucky to have the chance to come regularly. Thank you!

Primary purpose of this review is a huge shout out to masseur David Righthon, who gave me one of…read morethe best massages ever. A sure, gentle touch with plenty of careful power to apply when needed. I've not been in for some time due to health issues. The spa amenities have slid a bit since the pandemic (e.g. bathrobes are no longer provided for patrons booking tub or steam/sauna before their massage), but otherwise still a lovely community resource for health and relaxation.

I've been doing colonics for nearly 10 years, close to 100 sessions, and I have never experienced…read moreanything like what Jacqueline offers. She has a full open Angel of Water state-of-the-art system which is truly next level. It's gentle, efficient, and makes the process so much easier and more comfortable than anywhere else I've ever been. The space is beautiful and so thoughtfully arranged. Downstairs feels like a spa lounge with a cozy couch, relaxing music, and a TV, and upstairs has a sauna, two beds, a private bath, and even a kitchen area, all spotless and peaceful. Jacqueline instantly made me feel comfortable and truly cared for. She's knowledgeable, calming, and clearly passionate about what she does. This is hands down the best colonic experience I've ever had. If you've been considering trying colon therapy or you're a regular like me, you have to experience this place. Absolutely 5 stars!

My elderly mother was taken here for her birthday. The…read moreextra care and attention that was given to her was beyond our wildess expectations! Not only is the spa beautiful and peaceful the energy that Jacqueline exudes in nothing short of amazing! This Heavenly experience will have us coming back for more. We want to try Everything that she has to offer. We are excited to find out about this gem in the earth realm. Blessings!

Came here for the first time and tried the red light therapy and meditation, loved both, fell…read moreasleep and was so relaxed afterwards. I will definitely be coming back. Staff are very nice, the space is so cute, clean, and calming. Can't wait to try some of the other services.

Worthy provides the cold bath in such a supportive way. I felt that my weekly cold tubs definitely…read moreimproved my health and energy. I always felt warmly! welcomed and uplifted.

Was staying across the street at the Hotel Kabuki and saw Pearl and looked it up. Around 11pm on a…read moreSunday night found 2 openings for a Korean Body scrub (7:30am and 9am). I booked the 9am and got there about 8:25, which gave me time to get oriented/tour facility and do a soak to prep. The reviews were accurate. I glad I was solo, made it easier being comfortable being nude. Lots of amenities to glam up before leaving. It was calm and quiet when I arrived, and got busier as I was leaving. Staff was great, and made me feel comfortable and welcomed. They explained everything and answered questions with a smile. The place was super clean and staff actively removed used towels/swept throughout my stay. A good scrub, felt like a symboloc ritual for shedding the old for the new. I now have baby soft skin!

Actual rating: 3 1/2 stars…read more Women only spa by appointment only. Day passes available but only the day of if there happen to be cancellations. Otherwise, you'll need to book a service at least a month in advance. It's situated in Japantown. If you're driving, I recommend parking in the garage as street parking is either by permit and limited to two hours. They kindly pushed our scrub time to later since one of our party members was running a bit behind. This is the first Korean place I've been to where they requested you come an hour earlier versus thirty minutes. Seemed like a long time to soak. There's also no clock inside the actual bathing area, so difficult to keep track of time. Also, first time going to a Korean spa where they want it to be absolutely silent. I get that they are going for a relaxed environment, but kind of difficult to just soak for an hour and not chit chat amongst ourselves. The shower/soaking area is on the smaller side and for some reason, they didn't have any stools for the sitting bathing areas available. There's one hot tub, one ice tub, a dry sauna, and steam sauna. This would have been more of a three-star experience for me if not for the scrub. My ahjumma, Lee, was great; very attentive and did a very thorough job! Not mentioned in the list of services, but they also wash your hair and face as well as part of the thirty-minute scrub. After our scrub, we headed upstairs to try out the Himalayan salt room and the red clay room. They had staff cleaning throughout so they definitely take cleanliness seriously. Locker room area has lots of Aveda product toiletries and blow dryers available for after. As we were leaving, they gave a face and eye mask which was much appreciated. I can see this being a go-to place if you live in the city, especially if you prioritize relaxation and cleanliness. Just be sure to make an appointment ahead of time.

Nobody asked for a Kabuki vs OnsenSF comparison, but here…read moreyou go. 1. $$$ Price Kabuki is $49/pp 2.5 hrs OnsenSF in the tenderloin is $50/pp 2 hours 2. Environment & Ambience: Kabuki has a much wider space, calming music, great ambience, wonderful smells and decor. OnsenSF is a dining space when you enter and spa in the back. Everything looks modern and nice, relaxing environment despite being located in the tenderloin. 3. Hot Tub: Kabuki has a rectangle shaped hot tub as opposed to OnsenSF's square shaped tub. 4. Cold plunge: Kabuki has a cold plunge that's perfect for people who don't need it to be extremely freezing. OnsenSF has a cold shower with many heads in place of a cold plunge. Both are enjoyable experiences 5. Steam Room: Kabuki's steam room is also rectangular as opposed to OnsenSF's square room. Kabuki's steam room also has a shower to rinse off excess salt and sweat before entering the common area. 6. Showers: At Kabuki, there's also a line of stools for the seated handheld showers where you can fill a tub of water and pour it over yourself in addition to the traditional shower stalls, where OnsenSF only has the traditional showers if I recall correctly. 7. Sauna: The sauna was great because you could adjust the heat by moving up the wooden bleachers. There was also plenty of space to stretch out and lie down. There were wooden half-cylinder blocks to place under the neck and back to promote blood flow. My partner's favorite standout was the salt scrub they have that's free to take at the refreshments table. You use it to scrub away dead skin in the shower and steam room. My favorite was the bowl of towels buried in ice cubes that helped me keep a cool head in the hot tub and sauna room. I will say that the thing that makes OnsenSF stand out is their dining pop-ups, but there's plenty of dining options on Fillmore and in Japantown. I would definitely go back to Kabuki again. The experience was incredibly relaxing. Highly recommend.

Possibly the best bathhouse in the Bay Area…read more Kabuki Springs is tucked away off a busy street in Japantown and feels like a portal to another dimension, one full of warm water, a quiet atmosphere, and plenty of lemon ginger tea. I was instantly drawn to how intentional everything feels here, from the dark wood of the sauna to the sleek tile in the showers. It feels carefully crafted to be both modern and timeless, with the Japanese motif flowing through all of the design. Personally, I love the dim lighting in the baths; with no windows, it feels like time is suspended. Is it midday, or midnight? Sunny, stormy? Early, late? You can't really tell when you're there, and that feels like the point. It's an escape in its truest, most relaxing sense. Attendants are constant in the baths, which makes it feel far more luxurious than what the price would suggest. Cucumber, lemon, or plain water are all on tap, as are iced hand towels, salt scrubs for the steam room, and hot lemon ginger tea. I loved how cups are encouraged to be reused (I hate seeing the giant pile of single-use cups in the trash at other spas). I'm holding out hope, however, that traditional green tea may make an appearance in the future! I'd recommend attending on one of the single-gender days, as I found that lent itself best to the fully immersive experience. Shower sandals are available, though I found them a bit uncomfortable. Next time I'll be sure to bring my own. As a bathhouse enthusiast, I cannot recommend this place enough. I can't wait to bring my friends here to learn for themselves just how relaxing and rejuvenating the sauna, steam, soak, and plunge rotation can be.

One of our favorite spots to go to! The hot tubs are extremely clean, the staff is sweet and the…read morehot tubs are nice and hot enough for a deep soak. They provide towels which we really appreciate! I love that each hot tub is very private but also the fact that you can't hear anyone else at all which makes the experience even more relaxing. $25 a person for an hour is super worth it! We will definitely be back soon

Came here with my husband for a relaxing night and this place absolutely hit the spot. We booked…read more1.5 hours in the hot tub followed by an hour in the sauna, and both were spacious, clean, and perfect for unwinding. We usually go to Piedmont Springs since we live in the Oakland Hills, but they're almost always booked out when we try to schedule. I'm so glad we tried this place -- the vibes were calm, the price was great, and we left feeling completely relaxed. This will definitely be our new go-to!

I am a regular at Rae Bar Aesthetics and wanted to share a quick review for anyone looking for a…read morereliable tanning spot. They offer a variety of tanning options so you can choose what works best for your skin. The atmosphere is clean and serene. The staff are not only knowledge and helpful, they are lovely people. The location is convenient. I highly recommend Rae Bar to anyone looking for a glow up!

This place is such a vibe and I love coming here for the red light sauna. It's so relaxing and…read moreclean. The staff is very welcoming and always super friendly. I love it!!